1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 248 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 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 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | 62 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
