1967 Holden HR vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Holden HR 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 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | HR | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
