1959 Ford Popular vs. 2002 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2002 Kia Sephia II is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2002 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2002 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Popular | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |