2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1977 Seat 127
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 127 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 55 more horse power than 1977 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Seat 127. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1977 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Materia | 127 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
