1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mira | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
