2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 295 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 2004 Alpina B3. 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Alpina | Daihatsu |
Model | B3 | Mira |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |