1983 Renault Siete vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 Renault Siete. 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault Siete | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Siete | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
