1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (148 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa, 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, 2012 Daewoo Tocsa (320 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (271 Nm). This means 2012 Daewoo Tocsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2012 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Bel Air | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
