1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 16 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 682 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 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 2012 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. 2012 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
