2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 355 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
