1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Corvette | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
