2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1959 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 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Sirion | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |