2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 22 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | 128 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
