1959 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Rover P4 | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Rover | Daewoo |
Model | P4 | Matiz |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |