1995 Rover 214 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 309 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 214 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 214 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
