1957 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin Princess 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 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1957 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | Princess | Kalos |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2610 mm |