2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord 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 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1967 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 1967 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Materia | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1492 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 | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 1035 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |