1954 DKW Coupe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 903 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 104 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 2012 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | DKW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Coupe | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
