1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1998 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 189 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1998 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Daewoo |
Model | Sprite | Matiz |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 144 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 | 664 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |