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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 143 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Mira has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |