2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 28 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Materia | 128 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |