1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1602 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 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1602 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
