1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 607 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |