2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
