2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Duna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
