2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1975 Fiat 131
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 131 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 1975 Fiat 131. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1975 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Materia | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
