2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Mustang |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |