2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu Materia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu Materia would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |