1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 166 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daewoo |
| Model | Alfasud | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
