2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
Model | Sirion | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |