1977 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 177 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 930 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 930 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
