2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1958 Ford Vedette 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 1958 Ford Vedette. 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 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
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2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Daewoo | Ford |
Model | Kalos | Vedette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |