1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 86 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2005 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sprint | Terios |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
