1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 699 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
