1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1965 MG 1100
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1965 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG 1100 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1965 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Mira | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
