1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 41 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Mira | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
