2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Albea weights approximately 280 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.
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, 2012 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Matiz | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |
