1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1122 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Forte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
