1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 341 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Zodiac 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
