2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 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 (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 455 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Trabant |
| Model | Kalos | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 24 L |
