1958 Ford Popular vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 358 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Popular. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Popular | Rio |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |