2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. 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 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 145 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 46 L |
