2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Because 1957 Talbot 2500 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 1957 Talbot 2500. 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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Daewoo | Talbot |
Model | Kalos | 2500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |