2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. Both 2008 Daewoo Matiz and 1958 Toyota Corona are equipped with a 995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Corona weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Matiz | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
