2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pininfarina Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pininfarina Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (125 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (176 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm). This means 1983 Pininfarina Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1983 Pininfarina Coupe has manual transmission. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe 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 | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pininfarina |
| Model | Materia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
