1968 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 51 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Morris Minor 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 1968 Morris Minor. 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, 1968 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Morris | Daewoo |
| Model | Minor | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 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 Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
