2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Sirion | Dart |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
