1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 977 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 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 1955 Jaguar MK VII. 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Mira | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 77 L |
