1970 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125.
Because 1970 Fiat 125 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 1970 Fiat 125. 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, 1970 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | 125 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
