1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 563 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Corolla | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |