1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 145 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
