2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 367 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
