2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 757 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2140 mm |
