1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 720 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 700 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
