1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
