1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 553 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Anglia | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Anglia | Forte |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |