1965 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Volkswagen 1600 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 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | 1600 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
