2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2010 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | Duna | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
