1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 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 797 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Mira | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |