2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Citroen C3 (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Mira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
