1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 325 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. 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 1960 Fiat 600. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
