1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia K2700 (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | GT 70 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
