1959 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 256 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Escort | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Rio |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
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 | 31 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |