1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 123 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 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Mira |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |