1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos

To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 Cadillac Sixty 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 1961 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Sixty 2002 Daewoo Kalos
Make Cadillac Daewoo
Model Sixty Kalos
Year Released 1961 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6388 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 123 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 73.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2490 mm


 

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