1954 Ford Popular vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 180 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Popular | Avella |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2400 mm |