2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1996 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 364 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1996 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
