2008 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Matiz | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Matiz | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
