2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 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 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |