1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1988 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Fiat Uno. 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 1988 Fiat Uno. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Uno. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1988 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | Uno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 41 L |
