1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 301 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Mazda | Daewoo |
| Model | Familia | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1399 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
