1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 246 kg more than 1956 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Mira | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
