1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 221 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Sunbird | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
