1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 15 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 822 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Mira | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 60 L |
