2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4.
Because 1968 Morgan 4 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 1968 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Sirion | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
