2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
