2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1971 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Corona |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |