1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Festiva | Kalos |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |