1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 1093 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 1965 Pontiac Catalina. 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 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Mira | Catalina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3080 mm |
