1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 248 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 1978 Lancia Beta. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Mira | Beta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
