1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Uno | Materia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
