2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 1959 Fiat 600. 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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
