1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 2011 Daewoo Matiz (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | 1200 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |
