1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 99 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 Triumph Toledo. 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 Triumph Toledo (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Mira | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
