1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 378 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Bel Air | Terios |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |