1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 638 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mira | SC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
