1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. 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 1970 Triumph Toledo. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Mira | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
