1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 525 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Kadett 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 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Kadett | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Kadett | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 53 L |