1983 Mazda 323 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 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 549 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 323 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
