1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, both vehicles can yield 132 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corsa | Materia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
