1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Seat 127. 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 1973 Seat 127. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1973 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Mira | 127 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
