1970 Toyota Crown vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Crown | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Crown | Forte |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |