2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |