1962 Seat 1400 vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 5 kg more than 1962 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Seat 1400 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 1962 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 1400 | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Seat | Daewoo |
Model | 1400 | Kalos |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 1065 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |