2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 125 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet 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, 1959 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Matiz | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
