1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 409 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Corvette | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
