1980 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Fiat Panda (147 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 1980 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Panda | Materia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1035 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
