2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
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 Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo 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 (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. 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 (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
