2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sirion | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
