1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2002 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Tempra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra. 2002 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Tempra | 2002 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tempra | Terios |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
