1968 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. 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 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Forte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
