2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 314 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | Uno |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 68 mm |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 41 L |