2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 668 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cee'd | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
