2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
