1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 576 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 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 1964 Ford GT 40. 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 (305 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | GT 40 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
