1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 123 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
Model | 33 | Materia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |