1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Visto, 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2004 Kia Visto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Vedette | Visto |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |