1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 324 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 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
