1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
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, 1983 Austin Maestro (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Maestro | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
