1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Junior | Terios |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
