2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio 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 18 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | Palio |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |