1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Porsche | Daihatsu |
| Model | 914 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
