1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire 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 61 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Aspire | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
