1971 Maserati Indy vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Indy weights approximately 279 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Maserati Indy 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 1971 Maserati Indy. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Indy | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Maserati | Kia |
| Model | Indy | Forte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
