1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 814 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | 130 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
