1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 495 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
