1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1953 AC 2-Litre 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 1953 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1953 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1953 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | AC | Daihatsu |
Model | 2-Litre | Materia |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |