2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 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 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 238 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Materia | 205 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |