1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 3 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Terios |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
