2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Sirion | Luce |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
