2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown 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 53 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1957 Toyota Crown 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 1957 Toyota Crown. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Materia | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |