1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. 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 1968 Renault 6. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Mira | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
