1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 562 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2013 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Forte |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |