1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Chevelle | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
