2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor 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 66 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morris Minor 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 1956 Morris Minor. 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 (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Materia | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |