1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno 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 32 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Uno | Materia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
