2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1987 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Uno 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 58 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 348 kg more than 1987 Fiat Uno. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1987 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Materia | Uno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
