1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 298 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 2200 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |