1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Mira | Beta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
