1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 11 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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 Renault 10. 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, 1967 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Mira | 10 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
