2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire 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 55 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
Model | Materia | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |