1974 Fiat 128 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 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 521 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 128 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
