2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios II | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
