2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 375 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
