1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | Uno | Materia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |