2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 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 32 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1983 Fiat 131 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 1983 Fiat 131. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | 131 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |