1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Minor weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1971 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Mira | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
