1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1998 Mazda Sentia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Sentia 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 1998 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1998 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1998 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Fellow | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2860 mm |
