1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | 850 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 30 L |
