2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |