1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta 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 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 448 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Delta | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |