1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 320 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 1972 Opel Admiral. 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, 1972 Opel Admiral (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Mira | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
