1972 Ford Torino vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 444 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Torino | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |
