1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 146 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 46 L |
