1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | AR 51 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
