1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
