2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic 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 43 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1983 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Materia | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
