2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 322 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
