2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2300 mm |
