1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Junior | Terios |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
