1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ka (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 168 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1996 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Mira | Ka |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
