1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Mira | Palio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
