1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 113 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 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mira | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
