1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1958 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Mira | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |