2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce 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 32 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Materia | Luce |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |