2001 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 421 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Civic | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
