1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 598 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 205 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
