1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 47 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, 2012 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 91 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, 2012 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 40 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |
