2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1960 Skoda 1200 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 1960 Skoda 1200. 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, 1960 Skoda 1200 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Matiz | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Matiz | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
