2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Simca |
| Model | Kalos | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
