1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 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 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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 1961 Abarth 600. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 Weight | 595 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
