1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 522 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Mira | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
