1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Mira | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |