2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1966 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 1300 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 45 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 1300. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1966 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Materia | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
