2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. Both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 1973 Ford Cortina are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. 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 (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Cortina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |