1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 1953 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Vedette | Rio |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |