1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
Model | 100 | Mira |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1120 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |