1959 AC Greyhound 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 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound 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 248 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 1959 AC Greyhound 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 AC Greyhound. 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Greyhound | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |