2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mercury Comet 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 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Sirion | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |