2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 404 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
