2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan Fairlady 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 1970 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Sirion | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
