2002 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 516 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Terios | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1950 mm |
