2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 246 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 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Daewoo | Porsche |
Model | Matiz | 912 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |