2002 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Rezzo | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Rezzo | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
