2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 13 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C1 | Mira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
