2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1967 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Vauxhall VX4 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 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 1967 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1967 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Matiz | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
