1975 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1975 Holden Torana 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 1975 Holden Torana. 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, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2011 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Holden | Daihatsu |
| Model | Torana | Materia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
