2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1990 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 309 kg more than 1990 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1990 Westfield ZEI 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 1990 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1990 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1990 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Westfield |
| Model | Materia | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
