1956 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 341 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort 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 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2009 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Rio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
