2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 670 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 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
