1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 419 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
