1973 Bitter CD vs. 2004 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 946 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 1973 Bitter CD 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 1973 Bitter CD. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Bitter CD | 2004 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Bitter | Daewoo |
Model | CD | Matiz |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |