2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1961 Fiat 2300
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1961 Fiat 2300 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | 2300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |