1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 288 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Mira | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |