1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Mira | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
