2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
