1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 5 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 74 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 2003 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2003 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm). This means 2003 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mira | Copen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
