2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 371 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Kia | Wartburg |
Model | Cee'd | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |