1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2010 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Terios |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
