2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 2007 Daihatsu Materia has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Materia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |