2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Subaru Leone (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Leone (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Sirion | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
