1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 365 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Mira | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |