1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Mira | Dino |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |