1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 503 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
