2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Cowley weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1956 Morris Cowley 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 1956 Morris Cowley. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Materia | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
