1962 Toyota Publica 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 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 860 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 Toyota Publica. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Publica | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Publica | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |