2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1959 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Matiz | Appia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| 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 | 47 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
