2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa 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 36 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 183 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, both vehicles can yield 132 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Materia | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |