1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1972 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 56 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Innocenti J4 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1972 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Mira | J4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
