1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 1998 Daihatsu Mira has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 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 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Mira | A3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
