2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1984 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Argenta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1984 Fiat Argenta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Materia | Argenta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
