1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A1. 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, 2012 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Mira | A1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 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 | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1416 mm |
