2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |