1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Mira | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
