1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 708 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 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Indy. 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Mira | Indy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
