2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios II | 131 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
