2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
