1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1973 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 212 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Z. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Mira | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 25 L |
