1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mira | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
