1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 299 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. 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, 1958 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Mira | Consul |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |