1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Mira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
