2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Daewoo | Marcos |
| Model | Matiz | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
