1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 1971 Ford Mustang 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 1971 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (146 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Mustang | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
