1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 305 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Prefect | Kalos |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2490 mm |