1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 11 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 111 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Mira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
