1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Mira | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
