1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Mira (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Mira | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Mira | Panda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |