1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 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 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | 62 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |