2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 41 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
