1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 347 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 131 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 1979 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 131 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
