1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 582 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 2600 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
