1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1566 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.
Because 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mira | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
