1973 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 207 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corona | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corona | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
