1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Jetfire | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85.4 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |