1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 725 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |