2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 288 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. 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 (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Anglia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 31 L |