2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Sirion | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
