1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 207 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Vauxhall Victor | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
Model | Victor | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |