1975 Ford Torino vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Torino 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 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Visto |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
