1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 208 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 1967 Ford GT 40. 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 125 L |
