2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 343 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, both vehicles can yield 137 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
