1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 35 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), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 69 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Corsair | Shuma |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |