1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
Model | 100 | Mira |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |