1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 42 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. 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 1966 ZAZ 966. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | ZAZ |
| Model | Mira | 966 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
