2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 221 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 1948 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Daewoo | Tatra |
Model | Kalos | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |