2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
