1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 387 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. 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 (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Materia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
