1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Giulietta | Materia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |