1953 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | 40 | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |
