1975 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic 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) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 392 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Honda | Daewoo |
| Model | Civic | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
