2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 36 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | 121 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
