1959 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 800 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, 2011 Kia Optima, 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, 2011 Kia Optima (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2011 Kia Optima 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. 2011 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Popular | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Popular | Optima |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2797 mm |