2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1955 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Anglia 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 1955 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Daewoo Matiz (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1955 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
