1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 894 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 1975 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Bitter | Daihatsu |
Model | Diplomat | Mira |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |