1970 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 116 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 1970 Fiat 850. 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, 2012 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 850 | 2012 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
Model | 850 | Matiz |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 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 | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |