2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1968 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 1968 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, 1968 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Matiz | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daewoo | Morris |
Model | Matiz | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
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 |