1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 513 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven 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 1957 Lotus Seven. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Seven | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 53 L |