2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Matiz | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
