2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Matiz | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
