1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 59 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte, 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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | A 70 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |
