1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1952 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2001 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 40 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
