1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 33 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 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 (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Mira | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 825 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 |