1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 99 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 37 L |
