1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 272 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tipo | Terios |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
