2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Kalos | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
