2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 142 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Morgan |
| Model | Matiz | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
