2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa

To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 94 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.

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2005 Daewoo Matiz 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
Make Daewoo Ferrari
Model Matiz 500 Testarossa
Year Released 2005 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 778 kg 684 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2260 mm