1983 Toyota Starlet vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 591 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 1983 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Starlet | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Starlet | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
