Especificaciones y análisis del Daewoo Matiz (Daewoo)
Power
50HP
Torque
69Nm
Consumption
6.1l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
17s
Top Speed
144km/h
Weight
778kg
Price
7,332€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
155 L
35 L
37 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Daewoo Matiz 2000 SE · 50 CV (2000-2001)
General description
The Daewoo Matiz is not just a car; it's the memory of an era, an icon of friendliness on wheels that democratized urban mobility. With its smiling face and practical spirit, it became the first car for many, a faithful companion for the concrete jungle that promised freedom and simplicity at an unbeatable price.
Driving experience
Driving a Matiz is a pure and direct experience. Its 50 horsepower, drawn from a small three-cylinder engine, moves its mere 778 kilos with surprising agility in the city. Don't look for lightning-fast acceleration, but rather the joy of weaving through traffic and parking where no one else can. Every shift of its five-speed manual gearbox connects you with the mechanics, reminding you that the essence of driving is not in speed, but in the feeling of control and lightness.
Design and aesthetics
Born from the master pencil of Giugiaro, the Matiz's design is a work of functional and emotional art. Its rounded shapes, large headlights that look like curious eyes, and its palette of bright colors give it a unique personality that defies the passage of time. It's a car that seems happy to see you. Despite its tiny exterior dimensions, its five doors and clever use of interior space made it a giant of practicality.
Technology and features
The Matiz's technology lies in its brilliant simplicity. You won't find touch screens or complex driving aids here. Instead, it offers honest and proven mechanics: an indirect injection engine, a simple chassis with McPherson suspension at the front and a rigid axle at the rear, and disc and drum brakes. It's the technology of the essential, designed to be reliable, easy to understand, and economical to maintain.
Competition
In its heyday, the little Matiz faced stiff competition in the city car segment. It fought for the heart of the cities against models with strong personalities like the first Renault Twingo, the agile Fiat Seicento, the avant-garde Ford Ka, or the sober and efficient SEAT Arosa. Each had its weapons, but the Matiz won over many with its combination of five doors, adorable design, and an irresistible price.
Conclusion
The Daewoo Matiz is much more than the sum of its modest specifications. It is a testament that you don't need much to be happy behind the wheel. It was an intelligent, affordable, and charismatic mobility solution that left an indelible mark on our streets and in our hearts. A great little car that showed that ingenuity and charm can go a long, long way.