1983 Honda Quintet vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 394 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Quintet | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Quintet | Cerato |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |