1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2011 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2011 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Plymouth | Daihatsu |
| Model | Valiant | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
