2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. Both 2007 Daihatsu Sirion and 1973 Lancia Fulvia are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
