2000 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2010 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Matiz | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Smart |
| Model | Matiz | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1867 mm |
