2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 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 |
