1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfetta | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |