2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Kadett 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 1967 Opel Kadett. 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 (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
