1958 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 550 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Popular | Sedona |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |