2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1986 Fiat Regata
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Regata weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Regata. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1986 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Regata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
