1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 874 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 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 1961 Cadillac 62. 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | 62 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
