2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 237 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. 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, 1958 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Sirion | Consul |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |