1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mira | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2090 mm |
