1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daewoo |
| Model | Imperial | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
