1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 242 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Giulietta | Terios |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |
