1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 237 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1960 mm |
