1974 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 332 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 124 HP |
Torque | 91 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |