1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 255 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, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Mira | Avella |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
