2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Riley 4 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 1965 Riley 4. 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, 1965 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Riley |
| Model | Matiz | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
