1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 1900 | Mira |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |