2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1950 Ford Vedette 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 1950 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Vedette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |