2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Brava. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Brava |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
