1972 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Austin Marina 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 1972 Austin Marina. 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, 1972 Austin Marina (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Marina | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
