2001 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1958 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Matiz. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Matiz | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Matiz | Appia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
