1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 477 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Corsair | Sportage |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 126 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |