2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
