1969 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 42 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 301 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, 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 53 L |
