1991 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Austin Montego weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Austin Montego (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 1991 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1991 Austin Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Austin Montego | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Montego | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
