1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
