1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Terios |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
