2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Materia | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |