1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 427 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Cabriolet 2011 Kia Cee'd
Make Fiat Kia
Model Cabriolet Cee'd
Year Released 1965 2011
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 85.4 mm
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 890 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 53 L


 

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