2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 44 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Daewoo 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 (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 945 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 |
