1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
