2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 249 kg more 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Materia | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
