2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Mini MK III
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III 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 68 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mini |
| Model | Materia | MK III |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
