1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 36 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | Giulia | Materia |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |