1962 Ford Popular vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1962 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1962 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ford Popular | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Popular | Sorento |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |