1959 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 49 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Picanto weights approximately 193 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular.
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, 2008 Kia Picanto, 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, 2008 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2008 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Popular | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
