1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 162 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulia | Mira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
