1960 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | 7 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
