1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Mira | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
