2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1982 Fiat 131 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 1982 Fiat 131. 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, 1982 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | 131 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
