1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 278 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Seat 600 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 1967 Seat 600. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Matiz | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
