2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Terios | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
