1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 523 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed, 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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cortina | Pro-ceed |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
