2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Daihatsu | Panoz |
Model | Materia | AIV |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |