2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 309 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 850 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 1966 Fiat 850. 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 (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | 850 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |