2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Daewoo 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Matiz | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
