2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Morgan 4 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 1972 Morgan 4. 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Materia | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1597 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 | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |