1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 447 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Alfasud | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |