1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. 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 1960 Morgan 4. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Mira | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
