1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Mira | Taft |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |