1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang.
Because 1970 Ford Mustang 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 1970 Ford Mustang. 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.
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1970 Ford Mustang | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Forte |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |