1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 112 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Comodoro | Forte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
