1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1999 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1999 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | 15 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
