1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1950 Ford Zephyr 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 1950 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Zephyr | Rio |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4026 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |