1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 341 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |