1972 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 643 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Renault 5 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | 5 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |