1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 547 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 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, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
