2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Wartburg |
| Model | Kalos | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
