1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2011 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Corsa | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
