1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 690 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 600 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | 600 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |