2011 Kia Cee'd vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 141 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Cee'd | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Corona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
