1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 68 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 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1956 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Mira | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
