1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | GT | Materia |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |