1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Charger | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |