1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Mira | 616 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
