1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
Model | Prefect | Materia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |