2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | 500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
