1949 Simca 6 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 6 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1949 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 455 kg more than 1949 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 6 | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 6 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
