2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Mira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Mira would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 340 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 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 166 | Mira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 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 | 1495 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
