2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 198 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cee'd | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Cee'd | Commodore |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |