1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Alfasud | Terios |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
