2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1105 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
