2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1966 Toyota Crown 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 1966 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
