1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 15 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 40 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
