1984 Austin Montego vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1984 Austin Montego (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
