2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1966 Opel Rekord 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 1966 Opel Rekord. 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Materia | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |