1999 Ford 021 C vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 263 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | 021 C | Materia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
