1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tickford | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
