1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 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 2012 Citroen C1. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Mira | C1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 157 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 | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
