2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1965 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti S Coupe 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 66 more horse power than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 333 kg more than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti S Coupe 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 1965 Moretti S Coupe. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1965 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Materia | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
