1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Biscayne | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |