2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 110 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Daewoo | Wartburg |
Model | Kalos | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |