1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 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 1978 Peugeot 504. 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Peugeot | Kia |
Model | 504 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |