1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Mira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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 1979 Fiat 126. 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 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | 126 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1850 mm |
