1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Abarth 850 (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 850 | Mira |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 60.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |