1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 605 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 127 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
