2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1973 Peugeot 504 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 1973 Peugeot 504. 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1973 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1973 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Materia | 504 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |