2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett 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 39 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1958 MG Magnett 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 1958 MG Magnett. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1958 MG Magnett | |
Make | Daihatsu | MG |
Model | Materia | Magnett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |