1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1966 Ford 12 M 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 1966 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
