1987 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1997 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Mira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
