1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
