1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Mira | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mira | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
