2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1959 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Daewoo | Rover |
Model | Kalos | P4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |