1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1961 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 148 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1961 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1961 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mira | Victor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
