2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 45 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 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 65 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
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, 2009 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, 1964 Toyota Corona (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
