1990 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd

To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 637 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. 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 (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Panda 2012 Kia Cee'd
Make Fiat Kia
Model Panda Cee'd
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 769 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 124 HP
Torque 58 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58 mm 85.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1317 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 53 L


 

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