1982 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Marina weights approximately 90 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 1982 Austin Marina. 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, 1982 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | Mira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
