1997 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,928 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 560 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Mira. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Mira | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
