1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Seat 133 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Seat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1976 Seat 133 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Mira | 133 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
