1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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, 1970 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 204 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Mira | 204 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |