2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Morgan 4.
Because 1984 Morgan 4 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 1984 Morgan 4. 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, 1984 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Morgan |
| Model | Kalos | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
