1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Camaro 2009 Kia Cee'd
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Camaro Cee'd
Year Released 1968 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 77.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.7 mm 84.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1402 kg 1367 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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