1960 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1402 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin Princess 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 1960 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2004 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | Princess | Matiz |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2350 mm |