1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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 (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Terios |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
