1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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 1965 Peugeot 204. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Mira | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
