1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Carens |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
