1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 12 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. 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, 2008 Kia Rio (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Mira | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| 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 | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
