1992 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 240 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1997 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Mira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 32 L |
