1985 Renault Siete vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 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 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 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 1985 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault Siete | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Siete | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1275 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 |