2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 527 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.
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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 2009 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Matiz | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
