1973 Honda Z vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 827 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Z | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
