1973 Bitter CD vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 569 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 1973 Bitter CD. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Bitter | Daihatsu |
| Model | CD | Mira |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
