1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1383 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 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Mira | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 176 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 | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 42 L |
