1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
