1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle weights approximately 78 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Eagle | Mira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
