1954 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 55 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1954 Austin A 55 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 1954 Austin A 55. 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 (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 55 | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 55 | Materia |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |