1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Alfasud | Terios |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |