2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 383 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Cee'd | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |