1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 1968 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Dart | Forte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
