1960 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet 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, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Toyota Corona | 2010 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corona | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
