2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1954 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1954 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
