2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 42 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 219 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 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 (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Consul |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |