2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1983 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Ambassador would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Austin Ambassador. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1983 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Daewoo | Austin |
| Model | Kalos | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
