2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1960 Skoda Felicia 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 1960 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1960 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Matiz | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |
