1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 206 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Because 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Alfa Romeo Spider 2010 Kia Cee'd
Make Alfa Romeo Kia
Model Spider Cee'd
Year Released 1985 2010
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1960 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 126 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 77.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.3:1
Top Speed 197 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1161 kg 1367 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 53 L


 

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