1971 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 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 67 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 287 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | K 70 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
