1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air 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 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Bel Air | Magentis |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |