2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 18 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 Length | 4060 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
