2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Twingo 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 45 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Materia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
