1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Austin A 40 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 2000 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | A 40 | Matiz |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |