1961 Fiat 2300 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 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 1961 Fiat 2300 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 Fiat 2300. 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 Fiat 2300 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | 2300 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
