1998 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Matiz | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Matiz | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
