1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | A 40 | Matiz |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |