1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 246 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mira | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2060 mm |