2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
