2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 495 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 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Sirion | GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
