1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Mira | Chante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
