1981 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 457 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Simca 1100 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1100 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 942 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
