2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 276 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette 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 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
