1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Cedric | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |