1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 348 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2012 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Prefect | Rio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
