2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1956 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 111 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Anglia 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 1956 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1956 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1956 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| 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 | 50 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
