1962 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 525 kg more than 1962 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Anglia 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 1962 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Anglia | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Anglia | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |