1968 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corolla | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
