2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,506 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Materia | Victor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
