1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A 95 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 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 95 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
