1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 6 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Mira | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
