1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 16 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Mira | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
