2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Materia 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 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. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |