2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
