1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 384 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 1979 Ford Mustang 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 1979 Ford Mustang. 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2001 Kia Visto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Visto |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |