1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 56 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1969 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Mira | J4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
