2005 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Sirion. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2005 Daihatsu Sirion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daihatsu Sirion | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |