2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 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 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 1972 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 818 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
