1954 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | 40 | Forte |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1241 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2649 mm |