2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 56 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |