1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1971 Moretti 127
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Moretti 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1971 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 78 kg more than 1971 Moretti 127. 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 1971 Moretti 127. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1971 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Mira | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
