2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1974 Triumph TR6 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 1974 Triumph TR6. 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, 1974 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
Model | Materia | TR6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |