1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Kia Visto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Visto (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Visto weights approximately 54 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, 2001 Kia Visto (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Visto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Mira | Visto |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
