1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 33 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
