1954 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 54 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1485 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.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Popular | Carnival |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |