2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Dart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
