1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 214 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 2000 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Mira | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |