1969 Ford Capri vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 351 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 53 L |
