1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 90 | Mira |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |