1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 590 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 500 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
