1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | 164 | Materia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
