2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
