1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 52 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. 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 1985 Citroen Visa. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Mira |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |