1976 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 517 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Beetle | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1283 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
