2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 11 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aveo | Mira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 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 | 1000 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
