2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. 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 1970 Ford 17. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | 17 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 87 L |
