2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
