1999 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1976 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
