1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 318 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GTV | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
