1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1004 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
