1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 597 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera 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 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |