1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda 1200. 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 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Mira | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
