1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, both 1997 Daihatsu Mira and 1997 Ford Puma were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 350 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1997 Ford Puma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Puma |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 42 L |