1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Rover 200.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 200. 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, 1999 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Mira | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
