1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2005 Kia Visto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Corsair weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Visto, 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, 1970 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Visto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
