2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra T107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra T107 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1948 Tatra T107 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 1948 Tatra T107. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tatra |
| Model | Materia | T107 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
