2000 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Tipo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
