2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 313 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Materia | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |