1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1954 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 1954 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2001 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | A 40 | Matiz |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |