1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 107 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona 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 1959 Toyota Corona. 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, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Matiz | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |