1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 299 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Rio (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | Rio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
