2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1955 Ford Popular
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular. 2002 Daewoo Kalos has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1955 Ford Popular | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Popular |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2300 mm |