2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 51 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 100 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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 (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Sirion | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
