2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Terios | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
