2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 320 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 1972 Toyota Corona. 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
