2009 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
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, 1997 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Innocenti Mille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Matiz | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
| Model | Matiz | Mille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
