2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Wartburg 311 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Wartburg |
| Model | Matiz | 311 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
