1981 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 462 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Kia |
| Model | Chevette | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
