1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 633 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 1300 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
