2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Riley 4 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1968 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 1968 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Sirion | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
