2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
