2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Materia | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |