2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
Model | Matiz | Mirafiori |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |