2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | SP |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
