2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z 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 66 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 515 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. 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 (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Materia | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
