1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1974 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. Both 1998 Daihatsu Sirion and 1974 Ford Cortina are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Cortina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1974 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
