1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 498 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |