1978 Triumph TR7 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 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 269 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Triumph TR7 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 Triumph TR7. 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 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Triumph TR7 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Triumph | Kia |
| Model | TR7 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
