2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille 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 55 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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 (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille 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 | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
Model | Materia | Mille |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |