2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1953 Ford Consul 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 1953 Ford Consul. 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 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
