1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 41 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1137 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 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, 2006 Kia Carnival, 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 97.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
