2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terios | 411 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
