1986 Citroen C vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C. 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, 1986 Citroen C (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C | Mira |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
