1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 637 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Seville | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
