1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 22 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. 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, 1965 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Marcos |
| Model | Mira | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 27 L |
