1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1964 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Austin A 40 (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 40 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |
