1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1967 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 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 1967 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1967 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1967 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
