2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 1850 mm |
