2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1954 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 330 kg more than 1954 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Anglia 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 1954 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia.
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2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1954 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Anglia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2220 mm |