2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1997 Mazda 121
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 121 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 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 44 kg more than 1997 Mazda 121. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1997 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Materia | 121 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |