2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan 4. 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, 1998 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Sirion | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
