2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 68 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1705 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |