1954 Citroen 2CV vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 295 kg more than 1954 Citroen 2CV. 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 1954 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 2CV | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2CV | Mira |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 37 L |
