2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 176 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 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
