1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
