2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 387 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1957 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Popular |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2300 mm |
