1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 169 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
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1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Daewoo | Ferrari |
Model | Matiz | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 88 L |