1998 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion (60 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1959 Ford Consul 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Consul |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |