1976 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Aspen | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |