1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 658 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Mira | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 22 L |