1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 433 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 127 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
