2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Sirion | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |