1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 279 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Mira |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
