1999 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 26 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Matiz | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matiz | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
