1970 Maserati Indy vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 159 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Maserati Indy 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 1970 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Indy | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Maserati | Kia |
| Model | Indy | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
