2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
