1987 Austin Montego vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Montego | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
