1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 375 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 1962 Austin A 99. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 99 | Mira |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |