2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Because 1960 Riley 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 1960 Riley 4. 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Riley |
| Model | Matiz | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
