2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 270 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sirion | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
