1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 397 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 305 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Peugeot | Kia |
Model | 305 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1472 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.5 mm |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |