1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
Model | DB2 | Mira |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |