2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Capri |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
