1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. 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 Peugeot 403 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Mira | 403 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| 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 | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
