1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 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 58 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 127 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
