1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 98 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2012 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Forte |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |