1978 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 611 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Golf | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1093 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |