1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1962 Peugeot 404 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 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Daihatsu |
| Model | 404 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
