2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 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 178 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000.
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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cee'd | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
