2001 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible weights approximately 36 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
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, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Matiz | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Daewoo | Wartburg |
| Model | Matiz | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
