1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 50 L |
