1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa 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 1968 Lotus Europa. 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 (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Lotus | Daewoo |
Model | Europa | Kalos |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |