2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 803 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Matiz | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Daewoo | Morris |
| Model | Matiz | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
