2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1955 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Triumph TR3 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 1955 Triumph TR3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1955 Triumph TR3 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Triumph TR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1955 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Materia | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 29 L |
