2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 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 43 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 128 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Materia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
